Arts and Living

 
 
Holiday 2009
The Gift

Five writers recall the presents that meant the most.

  • The promise of purple | With Dad home, she was sure this Christmas would be perfect. By Ann Hood
  • Precious jewels | He wanted to give her beautiful words -- and finally have his moment. By Wil Haygood
  • The mouse sled | He wanted to play games. His parents wanted him to grow up. By Carlo Rotella
  • A lack of spark | He didn't put much thought or cash into the present. And Mom knew it. By Andrew Hudgins
  • Family ties | They decided not to spend any money. So she finally gave him the one thing he couldn't give himself. By Lisa Frazier Page
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Present, perfect

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Illustration
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DoubleX

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Unspun

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First Person Singular

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Behind the Lens
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Love bugs

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The Breakdown

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Whatever Happened To ...

Festive no more

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Diversions

Second Glance

Spot the differences in these photos, submit your own.

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